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Columbia Reef is famous for its complex architecture of caves, arches, and coral spires. Here, you can find schools of snapper, barracudas, sea turtles, scorpion fish, and even the rare passing nurse shark. With both shallow coral gardens and deep ocean-floor caverns, the reef is accessible to snorkelers and scuba divers alike.

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Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo Reefs

Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo Reefs

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Whether you're an experienced snorkeler or an absolute beginner, fully trained guides let you make the most of Cozumel's famous reef on this half-day snorkeling tour. Hit three of the island's hottest snorkeling spots: Palancar Reef, Columbia Reef and Playa el Cielo, known for the starfish that decorate its white sands. Your package includes drinks and snorkeling gear; marine fees are payable in cash on the day.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD65.00
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Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and Cielo Reefs

Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and Cielo Reefs

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Sail the shimmering sea on a glass-bottom boat and snorkel at specular reefs off the coast of Cozumel on this half-day guided tour of the National Marine Park. At El Cielo, named after heaven itself, marvel at the sea stars that decorate the sandy ocean floor. Float beside sea turtles at Columbia Reef then plunge into the crystal clear waters of Palancar Reef to discover fascinating fish, nurse sharks, and colorful coral reefs. Between sublime snorkeling stops, refresh with complimentary beverages as the warm sun soothes your skin on this unforgettable ocean odyssey.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD60.00
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Invisible Boat Snorkeling Adventure in Cozumel

Invisible Boat Snorkeling Adventure in Cozumel

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Admire the underwater wonderland of the Caribbean Sea without getting wet on an invisible boat tour. Unlike traditional glass-bottom boats, this vessel is entirely transparent, to enhance you views of marine life—you'll also have the chance to swim and snorkel in the water, which is home to a plethora of tropical fish. Plus, you can choose from several start times to suit your schedule.
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  • 1 hour 45 minutes
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El Cielo reef by Catamaran with Beach Club

El Cielo reef by Catamaran with Beach Club

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Combine a visit to Quintana Roo’s most famous underwater reefs with complimentary snacks and drinks at a relaxing beach club during this two-for-one combo adventure. Hop aboard a motor-powered catamaran and explore Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo reefs using provided snorkeling gear. Then, get exclusive pool, lounger, and umbrella access at the wifi-equipped beach club, where you’ll also enjoy snacks and alcoholic drinks.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD85.00
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Catamaran Snorkel to El Cielo and Tortugas Beach Club
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Catamaran Snorkel to El Cielo and Tortugas Beach Club

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Combine a snorkeling adventure with time at a beach club on this multi-activity tour. Travel by comfortable catamaran along the coast of Cozumel, with stops at two reefs, Palancar and Columbia, and Playa El Cielo, where you can snorkel with colorful starfish. Enjoy music, drinks, seasonal fruit and freshly made ceviche onboard. Afterwards, relax on the beach or play in the inflatable water park at the Tortugas Beach Club.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD59.99
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Cozumel Reef Snorkeling Tour

Cozumel Reef Snorkeling Tour

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The island of Cozumel is famous for its abundant coral reefs, making it an ideal place to snorkel. Join a small group and head out onto the water for a day of swimming and snorkeling. Board a speedboat and discover several reefs where you can observe marine species like tropical fish, sea turtles, and even stingrays.
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  • 3 hours 15 minutes
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USD89.00
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El Cielo Cozumel

El Cielo Cozumel

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Travel to Cozumel for a day of maritime exploration with this excursion. You'll spend time visiting beautiful beaches and reef areas, with plenty of time to snorkel among colorful tropical fish. You'll also have free time to explore at your own pace. Also, lunch at a local restaurant is included in the tour price.
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  • 6 hours 30 minutes
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Cozumel Snorkeling El Cielo, Palancar and Columbia Reefs All Inclusive

Cozumel Snorkeling El Cielo, Palancar and Columbia Reefs All Inclusive

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Make the most of a half day with this guided multi-stop snorkeling tour. Meet at a convenient location near the ferry pier, then head out by boat to three of Cozumel's most famous snorkeling sites: Palancar Reef, Columbia Reef and Playa El Cielo, known for an abundance of starfish in the crystal clear waters. All equipment and refreshments provided.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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El Cielo Cozumel Snorkeling by Private Boat

El Cielo Cozumel Snorkeling by Private Boat

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TRAVELER'S FAVORITE EXPERIENCE! Have fun aboard your Private boat and experience Cozumel water treasures in this incredible snorkeling adventure. This 4 hours family-friendly Private tour will take you out to the most renowned reefs and spectacular locations in the mexican coast including famous El Cielo Beach named after its white sandy bottom surrounded by beautiful starfish, definitely a true paradise on earth! Snacks, beers, soft drinks and fresh Ceviche are included and served while you enjoy the refreshing waters at your stop at El Cielito, a shallow beach area with baby rays around. This Private tour starts and ends very close to main cruise ports making it the ideal excursion for All travelers (5 minues by taxi)
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD455.00
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Cozumel Sky Private Catamaran Tour with Snorkeling

Cozumel Sky Private Catamaran Tour with Snorkeling

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You and your companions will be able to enjoy the wonders of Cozumel's reefs aboard the Zeus catamaran. You will be attended by a professional and responsible crew, who will make sure you have a great day. On the tour we will visit three different places of interest in Cozumel. You and your companions will be able to visit the Colombian reef, a wonderful snorkeling site where we can see a lot of marine life. We are going to visit the star sanctuary in El Cielo and enjoy El Cielito with its beautiful turquoise blue.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel

Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel

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Customize your time on the water off Cozumel with this private boat charter. Choose where you'd like the captain to take you (depending on conditions and weather) and if you'd like to focus on beach-hopping, snorkeling, fishing, or just hanging out. Scuba diving is welcome for certified scuba divers only. All equipment for water sports included, as well as beer, nonalcoholic beverages, and snacks.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Starfish, Stingrays and the Turtle Bay Experience

Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Starfish, Stingrays and the Turtle Bay Experience

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immerse in a world of Adventure and admire Spectacular marine life on this Cozumel Snorkeling trip. Enjoy 3 of the most popular Cozumel's marine attractions in the Mexican Caribbean. El Cielo Cozumel, known by it's sandy bottom surrounded by incredible starfish, El Cielito beach a shallow area with stingrays and Cozumel's Turtle Bay, a turtle sanctuary inhabited by these friendly fellows definitely a place like No other in the caribbean. This activity Starts and ends within close proximity to Main Cruise ports making it the ideal excursion for all travelers!
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD65.00
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Cozumel Private Snorkeling and Charter Experience

Cozumel Private Snorkeling and Charter Experience

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We're known for operating the best all-inclusive snorkel experiences on the island of Cozumel. On this tour, you'll have your own completely private charter visiting the famous 'El Cielo' and other amazing destinations to give you a taste of what our beautiful island has to offer. We provide everything you need to enjoy the tour with us in total comfort, including freshly prepared Mexican snacks and ice-cold drinks. Just turn up and we'll take care of the rest! If your hotel has a jetty or pier, we can even collect and drop you off directly. And we also have flexibility on the start time, from 10AM up to 3PM. Just give us at least 24 hours' notice, and we'll make it happen.
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD650.00
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Cozumel Cielo, Beach Club and Snorkeling Adventure From Cancun and Rivera Maya

Cozumel Cielo, Beach Club and Snorkeling Adventure From Cancun and Rivera Maya

The Caribbean Sea is completely fascinating, the turquoise color of its waters and its clarity will make you marvel at this scenery. If you are thinking of visiting Riviera Maya, you have to enjoy a tour like this one. The island boasts incomparable views, in and out of the water. It is one of the preferred destinations for snorkeling thanks to the fact that it is part of the second-largest barrier reef in the world. we will visit 3 different areas where we can snorkel and see the thousands of marine species that inhabit the area, the sky that has become famous for being a place full of starfish, and two of the most beautiful areas of this reef (Palancar and Columbia). After snorkeling we will head to our beach club where we can enjoy a 100% Mexican dish and enjoy the comfortable facilities, we will have free time to explore the island on our own and do some shopping and get to know the culture at the island.
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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD176.00
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El Cielo, Palancar Snorkel, In private yacht.

El Cielo, Palancar Snorkel, In private yacht.

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One of the most valued trips in the Mayan Riviera, we offer these trips privately on a yacht, for greater comfort, so that you and your companions can enjoy an incredible experience in the best reefs of the Mayan Riviera. We assure you that your experience will be the best as we have the most experienced guides for your safety and your experience in this spectacular trip.
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Cozumel El Cielo All Inclusive Tour from Cancun

Cozumel El Cielo All Inclusive Tour from Cancun

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This is an opportunity to get to know one of the jewels of the Caribbean Sea, without worrying about anything other than enjoying yourself, taking the best pictures and spending the day enjoying the sea in its maximum splendor, El Cielo Cozumel is one of the most beautiful places in the World where you and your companions will have the pleasure of swimming surrounded by reefs and fish of many colors, the crew in charge of providing this service has the certifications to provide a unique and quality experience, there are 3 coral reefs in a single day and an unforgettable walk along the Malecon in San Miguel de Cozumel. The total duration of the tour from the pick-up to the return to the same place is approximately 14 hours, pick-up from your hotel, the round trip land transfer: 3 hours, the round trip sea transfer from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel, 2 hours, the transfer from the port of cozumel to the reefs 2 hours round, 2 hours of food and 5 hours of swimming in reefs.
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  • 14 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD159.00
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Underwater Snorkel Experience day in Cozumel with Transportation from Cancún

Underwater Snorkel Experience day in Cozumel with Transportation from Cancún

Cozumel is one of the most popular spot to do snorkel in the world, with its crystal clear waters with visibility up to 200 feet and turquoise waters, it is known as an underwater heaven. In this tour you will discover three incredible places to do snokel, El cielo reef is a mandatory stop if you visit the islands, there you will be able to appreciate the starfish, which are in abundance, other place you will visit is palancar and columbia reef those incredible arrecife is home to turtles, a host of tropical fish and a variety of Rays. There are many things to do in Cozumel, also we will take you to our private beach club where you can use the facilities, sunbathe on the beach and enjoy a succulent meal with a dish and beverage to choose. The restaurant has a pool where you can swim and have some fun, and to the end you will have free time to visit the downtown of de island to buy souvenirs, crafts, walk the streets, take photos with the monuments, taste street food.
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  • 7 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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Cozumel Shared Snorkeling Tour

Cozumel Shared Snorkeling Tour

You have to enjoy a tour in Cozumel if you thinking of visiting Riviera Maya. The Caribbean Sea is completely fascinating, and the crystal and clear waters will surprise you, Its reef is one of the most famous in the world. Hit three of the island's hottest snorkeling spots: Palancar Reef, Columbia Reef, and Playa el Cielo. Your package includes lunch (Dish to choose) and one beverage in the restaurant. You must take a flight to Cancun and then the ferry to this enchanted place to get there. The island boasts incomparable views, in and out of the water. It is one of the preferred destinations for snorkeling thanks to the fact that it is part of the second-largest barrier reef in the world.
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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD150.00
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Cozumel Tour with Snorkel at Coral Reef and El Cielo with Transportation

Cozumel Tour with Snorkel at Coral Reef and El Cielo with Transportation

The Caribbean Sea is completely fascinating, the turquoise color of its waters and its clarity will make you marvel at this scenery. If you are thinking of visiting Riviera Maya, you have to enjoy a tour like this one. The island boasts incomparable views, in and out of the water. It is one of the preferred destinations for snorkeling thanks to the fact that it is part of the second-largest barrier reef in the world. Its reef is one of the most famous in the world (and extensive with more than 30 km), especially promoted by the oceanographer Jean Jacques Cousteau, We will visit the three most beautiful places on the entire island, where we can immerse ourselves in the crystal clear sea full of life and colors. two spots of the second largest reef in the world and playa el Cielo which is home to thousands of starfish. an incredible view, sun, beach, and lots of fun await you
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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD160.00
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5 Hour Private Trip to El Cielo with Snorkel and Lunch

5 Hour Private Trip to El Cielo with Snorkel and Lunch

Our private excursion gives you enough time to enjoy the activities, we customise your experience, just let us know what you want to do and we will take care of everything. our staff will make sure you have the best time. as a private tour you can mange the time and the places.
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD1,000.00
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Full-Day Cozumel Snorkeling from Cancun and Playa del Carmen

Full-Day Cozumel Snorkeling from Cancun and Playa del Carmen

The Caribbean Sea is completely fascinating; the turquoise color of its waters and their clarity will make you marvel at this scenery. If you are thinking of visiting the Riviera Maya, you have to enjoy an activity like this one. The island boasts incomparable views, in and out of the water. It is one of the preferred destinations for snorkeling thanks to the fact that it is part of the second-largest barrier reef in the world. Its reef is one of the most famous in the world (and extensive, with more than 30 km), especially promoted by the oceanographer Jean-Jacques Cousteau, We will visit the three most beautiful places on the entire island, where we can immerse ourselves in the crystal-clear sea full of life and colors. Two spots of the second-largest reef in the world and Playa el cello which is home to thousands of starfish A spectacular view, sun, beach, and a lot of fun await you. 
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  • 12 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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